Heritage Officer: Archaeology, Paleontology

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Job Purpose

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for competent and qualified individual to provide heritage services in terms of Archaeology, Palaeontology and Meteorites.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) Social history, Archaeology or related discipline; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

Experience in Microsoft Office packages

Key Performance Areas

Process applications received in terms of the NHRA (25 of 1999); Provide specialist advice on applications and appeals with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites; Provide a secretariat service to HWC for APM/IACOM; Monitoring and enforcement of compliance in terms of heritage policies with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites; Manage a provincial heritage conservation service in terms of Section 38 development applications with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites (APM); Provide professional/ technical assistance to other departments/ units.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Training in archaeology, and related disciplines; Human resource Management; Management of Finance in line with the PFMA.

Skills needed: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Analytical thinking; Project Management; Development of systems and databases; Planning and organising; Conflict resolution.

Remuneration

R 325 101 - R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position.

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